Waiting room bench Nelson Platform

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Overview
Designed by George Nelson and originally launched in 1947, the Nelson Platform Bench is a rectilinear, multipurpose platform that functions as a bench, a coffee table or a foundation for the Basic Cabinet Series. It is suitable for offices, lobbies and residential interiors and can be fitted with an optional cushion for added comfort.

Design

• Designer: George Nelson
• Year of original launch: 1947
• Rectilinear lines reflecting an architectural approach
• Available in three lengths to suit different spaces
• Primary functions: bench, coffee table, or foundation for Basic Cabinet Series; optional Nelson Platform Bench Cushion

Construction and materials

• Seat/top composed of solid wood slats sorted and arranged into aesthetically balanced combinations
• Slats fitted into lap joints for a neat and durable assembly
• Hand assembled and finished with a clear-coat protective varnish
• Top border options: maple or walnut
• Bases/legs options: polished chrome (metal) or ebonized wood

Technical specifications

• Designer: George Nelson
• Original launch: 1947
• Functions: bench, coffee table, foundation for Basic Cabinet Series
• Lengths: available in three lengths (see product data)
• Top material: solid wood slats; border: maple or walnut
• Bases/legs: polished chrome (metal) or ebonized wood
• Finish: clear-coat varnish on wood
• Assembly: slats hand-assembled into lap joints
• Optional accessory: Nelson Platform Bench Cushion